Sting Ray Collection (#2)

Black blotched stingray (Taeniura meyeni) at the entrance to Mapia Atolls single channel in West Papua, Indonesia. Huge volumes of sea water pass through this channel every day with the tide

Hubble telescope image of the Stingray Nebula
Stingray nebula. Hubble telescope light image of the Stingray nebula, the youngest known planetary nebula yet discovered in 1998. A nebula is a cloud of gas and dust

Blue-spotted ribbontail ray

1795 Decorative marine rays illustration
Copperplate engraving with contemporary hand colouring from " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" by F.J. Bertuch, Weimar, 1795. This book set out to explain and illustrate a range of topics for children

Bluespotted stingray hidden in sand. Bluespotted stingray (Dasyatis kuhlii) hidden under sand on the seabed with just its eyes sticking out

Bluespotted stingray (Dasyatis kuhlii) on the seabed. Photographed off Bali, Indonesia

bluespotted ribbontail ray
The bluespotted ribbontail ray (Taeniura lymma) is a species of stingray in the family Dasyatidae. Found from the intertidal zone to a depth of 30 m (100 ft)

Blue-spotted stingray (Taeniura lymma) head. The eyes are the raised bumps, and the mouth is on the underside of the head region of this flattened body

Feathertail stingray (Pastinachus sephen) with cleaner wrasses (Labroides dimidiatus). Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

BEIJEREN: FISH. Canvas, c1650, by Abraham van Beijeren

Lagoon safari trip featuring Stingrays (Himantura fai), small Blacktip sharks (Carcharhinus)
Lagoon safari trip featuring Stingrays (Himantura fai), small Blacktip sharks (Carcharhinus limbatus) and variety of fish including Pacific Double-saddle Butterflyfish (Chaetodon ulietensis)

North America, USA, Washington, Everett. Reflection of 1997 Chevrolet Stingray in 1969 Chevrolet Malibu convertible

Freashwater Stingray - Amazon
AF-258 Freshwater Stingray Amazon Andrea Florence Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Blue-spotted Stingray Indo Pacific
VT-6661 BLUE-SPOTTED STINGRAY Indo-Pacific Taeniura lymma Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Black Stingray / Cowtail ray - and alternative Latin is Pastinachus sephen
VT-3240 Black Stingray / Cowtail ray Dasyatis sephen alternative Latin is Pastinachus sephen. Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Sting Ray (Dasyatis brevis) on sandy beach, Floreana, Galapagos. Part of shoal
ROG-12910 Stingray - on sandy beach Floreana, Galapagos. Part of shoal. Dasyatis brevis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Common Stingray Europe
PM-9108 Common Stingray Europe Dasyatis pastinaca Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Freshwater Stingray South America
PM-6067 FRESHWATER STINGRAY South America Potamotrygon sp. Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Fossil Stingray - Lebanon - Cretaceous
CAN-2474 Fossil Stingray - Lebanon - Cretaceous Raya whitfildie John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Southern Stingray swimming in shallows, showing undulation of the "wings". Feeds on molluscs and crustaceans
ASW-4495 Southern Stingray swimming in shallows, showing undulation of the "wings" Lucayan National Park, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas Dasyatis americana Alan J. S

Children looking at a stingray, Aquarium of Western Australia, Perth, Western Australia, Pacific

Bikini Diver with Sting rays, Stingray City Sandbar, Grand Cayman Island, Cayman Islands, Caribbean
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Research scientist catching stingray, Kaneohe bay, Oahu, Hawaii
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Feathertail Stingray (Pastinachus sephen). Red Sea
Mark Harding / SplashdownDirect

Large group of pink whipray or Tahitian stingray, Himantura fai, Rongelap, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Bluespotted Ribbontail Ray (Taeniura lymma). Location unknown. (RR)
Alan James / SplashdownDirect

Cowtail stingray, Pastinachus sephen, captive, Oahu, Hawaii (Pacific)
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Southern stingray lying in the sandy bottom of a cavern, Dasyatis americana, Ressurreta
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Spotted Stingray
KA-36 Spotted / black-spotted stingray Maldives, Indian Maldives Taeniura melanospilos Latin also Taeniura meyeni Kurt Amsler Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Discover the Majestic World of Sting Rays: From Sharks to Fossils and Peaceful Oceans" Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of sting rays, where these graceful creatures reign alongside their shark counterparts. Found primarily in the Indian Ocean and western Pacific, the mesmerizing Blue Spotted Sting Ray enchants with its vibrant hues and intricate patterns. Travel back in time to Wyoming's Eocene era as you encounter a fossilized sting ray, a relic from millions of years ago. Marvel at its ancient beauty and ponder the mysteries it holds within. Venture into the depths of the Red Sea, where tranquility meets elegance in the form of Feathertail Stingrays. Pastinachus sephen gracefully glides through peaceful waters, showcasing nature's artistry beneath its waves. Transporting us to 1802 London, Edward Donovan's handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts a Common Stingray (Dasyatis pastinaca), offering a glimpse into historical fascination with these magnificent creatures. From vintage illustrations to modern color lithographs, artists have captured sting rays' allure throughout history. Each stroke brings forth their ethereal presence that continues to captivate our imagination today. In Sandbar Series I, witness an awe-inspiring moment as a Royal Navy Merlin Helicopter launches a training torpedo—a testament to human ingenuity intersecting with marine life's natural habitat. Embark on an underwater adventure off Galapagos Islands' coast as you encounter a Spotted Eagle Ray (Aetobatus narinari). Its majestic silhouette dances beneath crystal-clear waters—an unforgettable sight etched forever in your memory. As Sonata plays softly in your ears while exploring this vast oceanic wonderland teeming with life, let peace wash over you like gentle waves lapping against golden shores. The tranquil harmony between man and nature unfolds before your eyes—sting rays serving as ambassadors for serenity amidst chaos.